Cornelius Edarenor
Dolton,IL
Summary
Professional manufacturing specialist prepared to excel in tool and die making. Extensive experience in designing and fabricating high-quality tools and dies, ensuring optimal production efficiency. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability to evolving project requirements, with keen eye for detail and problem-solving skills. General machinist, Tool and Die maker, Tooling assemblies-set up and repair.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Machinist
BBC Fasternal Tool Room Machinist
08.2022 - 08.2025
- Mentored junior machinists in safe equipment operation and best practices.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced production efficiency and reduced waste.
- Maintained tooling and machinery, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.
- Assisted in troubleshooting machining issues, contributing to faster resolution times.
- Responsible for making cold headed dies for Bolts, making machines and some machine parts as needed.
Tool and Die Maker/Repair Technician
Modern Forge Indiana
12.2010 - 08.2022
- Fabricated precision metal components using CNC machines and manual tools.
- Assembled, tested, and repaired dies to ensure optimal performance and quality standards.
- Designed tooling solutions to improve production efficiency and reduce scrap rates.
- Collaborated with engineering teams on prototype development for new product lines.
- Made new dies top and bottom for manufacturing of different parts and repairs as needed using manual machine shop equipment.
Machinist Apprentice
K Machines Industrial
02.2007 - 12.2010
- Operated CNC machines to fabricate precision components for various projects.
- Assisted in setup and calibration of machining tools, ensuring optimal performance.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished products to maintain high standards.
- Collaborated with senior machinists to troubleshoot equipment issues and implement solutions.
- Traveled across the city to various power plants to dismantle turbines, Inspect and re machine as needed to specifications.
Machinist
Ready Machine Products
05.1990 - 02.2007
- Operated CNC machines to produce precision parts according to specifications.
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure adherence to industry standards.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate machining processes.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production workflows and reduce downtime.
- Manufactured various machine components using vertical and horizontal lathes,milling machine,o.d grinder and other machine shop equipment.
Education
Graduate Certificate -
Washburne Trade School
Chicago06-1985
High School Diploma -
Nortre Dame High School
Lagos Nigeria06-1980
Timeline
Machinist
BBC Fasternal Tool Room Machinist
08.2022 - 08.2025
Tool and Die Maker/Repair Technician
Modern Forge Indiana
12.2010 - 08.2022
Machinist Apprentice
K Machines Industrial
02.2007 - 12.2010
Machinist
Ready Machine Products
05.1990 - 02.2007
Graduate Certificate -
Washburne Trade School
High School Diploma -
Nortre Dame High School